Welcome to Newark Book Festival 2025

Events not to miss!

Welcome to Newark Book Festival 2025

The ninth festival in our stunning market town, with a programme packed full of creativity - our theme for the year.

As ever, we have created a rich and diverse collection of events for anyone who loves a good story, whether it’s fantasy and fiction, crime and thriller, history, nature, music or comedy. And there are many ways in which you can get involved and be inspired too, as we showcase local and national talent in book talks, author interviews, creative workshops, performances, storytelling sessions, and more.

Alice McKinley with a Young Ambassador at Newark Book Festival
Urban Canvas Newark Book Festival Literature Village

Over the four days, you will be introduced to over 60 writers and storytellers in 45 events, suitable for young children, families, teens, young adults, and adults alike.

And of course, our much-loved Literature Village is back under the red and white stripes of the Newark Royal Market stalls and spilling between the colonnades inside the Buttermarket - with storytelling, creative sessions and a dedicated Children’s Zone on the Sunday, to add even more vibrancy to Newark over the weekend.

FESTIVAL MEMBERSHIP

Become a Festival Friend

From as little as £20 a year, you can help support the growth of Newark Book Festival by becoming a festival friend!

Your support creates unforgettable experiences, gives people the opportunity to see and hear from fantastic authors and illustrators, and nurtures the next generation of writers.

Plus, you'll benefit from priority tickets, discounts, early access, VIP areas, gifts and more.

Rhubarb Theatre Newark Castle Children

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